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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW X5 AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW X5 cars and light trucks from 1990+

BMW -> Cooling Fans -> Component Replacement -> M Coupe, M Roadster & Z4 -> M3, 325 & 330 -> X5
Vehicle: 2004 BMW X5 4.4 V8 GAS

M Coupe, M Roadster & Z4

  • Remove radiator top cover.
  • Remove mounting bolts and front splash shield, as required.
  • On models were fan carrier may be removed from above, proceed as follows:
    • Remove fan carrier mounting bolts, Fig. .
    • Disconnect connector.
    • Remove brackets and fan from retaining shoe.
  • On models were fan carrier may be removed from below, proceed as follows:
    • Remove front bumper as outlined under "Condenser, Replace" in "Component Replacement & Adjustment" section.
    • Disconnect connector.
    • Rem...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW X5 AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported BMW X5 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service -> 740 & 750 -> 745 -> Hydraulic Power Flow Regulator, Replace -> M3, 325 & 330 -> M3, M5, X5, Z3, Z8, 325, 330, 525, 530, 540, 740, 745, 750 & 760 -> M5, 525, 530 & 540 -> Mini Cooper -> Power Brake Booster, Replace -> X5 -> Z3 -> Z8
Vehicle: 2003 BMW X5 3.0 L6 GAS

Hydraulic Power Flow Regulator, Replace

Mini Cooper
  • Ensure ignition switch is in OFF position.
  • Disconnect clip and air filter outlet hose.
  • Remove air filter housing mounting bolts, then disconnect harness clip and connector.
  • Remove air filter housing.
  • With engine off, discharge hydraulic reservoir by operating brake pedal approximately 20 times with same force required for full stop braking action.
  • Remove battery.
  • Disconnect clips, lock and connectors, then remove Engine Control Module (ECM).
  • Remove battery box mounting bolt and disconnect clips.
  • Remove battery box.
  • Disconnect val...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW X5 AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW X5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

BMW -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Except X3 & Z4 -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Models w/Fitting Or Union Bolt Connection -> Models w/Fuel Hose Connection -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 2001 BMW X5 3.0 L6 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven while it relearns its adaptive strategy.

Fuel System Pressure Relief

  • Obtain the vehicle owner's radio theft protection code.
  • Remove the fuel pump relay(s).
  • Start the engine and allow it to stall.
  • Crank engine for 10 seconds to ensure the fuel pressure has been...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW X5 AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported BMW X5 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front
Vehicle: 2004 BMW X5 4.4 V8 GAS

Front

The CV drive shafts differ in length. If required, mark CV drive shafts. The left CV drive shaft is shorter than the right CV drive shaft.

  • Raise vehicle on lift.
  • Remove front wheel lug nuts.
  • Remove reinforcement plate.
  • Remove engine undercover at front. There is no need to perform a front axle alignment check.
  • Remove ABS pulse generator.
  • Remove brake caliper and tie back.
  • Force steering tie rod off swivel bearing.
  • Remove tension strut with guide joint from swivel bearing.
  • Remove control arm...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR BMW X5 AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported BMW X5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Component Replacement -> Installation -> Removal -> Tire Pressure Sensor -> TPMS Antenna -> TPMS Control Module
Vehicle: 2009 BMW X5 4.8I 4.8 V8 GAS

Tire Pressure Sensor

Removal
  • Dismount tire using suitable tire machine ensuring not to damage tire pressure sensor.
  • Remove the Torx screw, then the tire pressure sensor.
  • Release valve stem union nut using removal tool No. 00 2 190, or equivalent Fig. .
  • Remove washer from wheel.
Installation
  • Install new Torx screw on tire pressure sensor, then twist new valve stem by hand approximately three turns. Do not tighten Torx screw, sensor and valve stem must be loosely joined together.
  • Install the tire pressure sensor on wheel. Ensure the radial bore for gripping on the circumference of t...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW X5 AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW X5 cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 BMW X5 IS 4.6 V8 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove mounting bolts and reinforcement plate.
  • Remove mounting nuts and disconnect starter motor electrical connectors.
  • Remove mounting bolts and starter motor.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following.
    • Torque fr...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW X5 AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW X5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> BMW -> 2001-06 X5 & 2003-09 X3 Series
Vehicle: 2002 BMW X5 3.0 L6 GAS

Service interval is determined by the service indicator.

  • Open the hood.
  • Turn the cabin air filter retainer 1/4 turn.
  • Remove the cabin air filter cover.
  • Remove the cabin air fi...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR BMW X5 AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW X5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

BMW -> Service Indicator Cluster ->
Vehicle: 2002 BMW X5 4.4 V8 GAS

The service indicator cluster is used indicate when periodic maintenance is required. The service indicator consists of one yellow, five green and three red Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs), with the inscriptions "Oil Service" and "Inspection." When the ignition switch is turned to the On position, as many as five green LEDs will be illuminated.

The green LEDs will go out when the engine is started. If the yellow LED and one of the inscriptions illuminates with the ignition switch in the On position, and remain on after the engine has started, service the maintenance inscription indicated immediately. ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR BMW X5 AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported BMW X5 cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2004 BMW X5 3.0 L6 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Reposition hose clamp at heater core and remove hose.
  • Reposition hose clamp at coolant connection and remove hose.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure t...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR BMW X5 AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported BMW X5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 BMW X5 3.0I 3.0 L6 GAS

  • If reusing belt, mark belt with rotational direction for installation alignment.
  • Lock belt pulley in position using suitable holding tool, then remove water pump fan clutch mounting nut using suitable wrench. Nut has lefthan...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR BMW X5 AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most BMW X5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Behind Rear Seats Diagram for 2003 BMW X5  4.4 V8 GASBehind Rear Seats Diagram for 2003 BMW X5 4.4 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Electric Fuel Pump Connector
  • X10439
  • Front Left Of Engine Diagram for 2002 BMW X5  3.0 L6 GASFront Left Of Engine Diagram for 2002 BMW X5 3.0 L6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Volume Control Valve
  • B2382
  • Volume Control Valve Connector
  • X2382
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR BMW X5 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most BMW X5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2006 BMW X5 3.0I 3.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 BMW X5 3.0I 3.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • RH Foglamp
  • LH Foglamp
  • Light Module
  • RH Trunk Lid Lamp
  • 2003 BMW X5  3.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram2003 BMW X5 3.0 L6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Driver Power Seat Recline Motor
  • Driver Power Seat Motor
  • Driver Power Seat Height Motor
  • Seat Steering Column Memory Control Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR BMW X5 AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most BMW X5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: RECALL CAMPAIGN 02V-194: BRAKE PEDAL PIVOT - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2001 BMW X5 4.4 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Brakes, Power Brakes, Traction Control
  • Document: TEILECLEARING FOR ENGINE COMPONENTS - REVISED
    Vehicle: 2008 BMW X5 4.8I 4.8 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR BMW X5 AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most BMW X5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most BMW X5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most BMW X5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most BMW X5 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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